YOUNG football stars kicked off their season in style after striking up a winning partnership with a local motor dealer.

Sherwoods, of Darlington, have kitted out Darlington’s 21st All-Stars under eight squad for their first ever competitive season.

Team manager Darren Riley, who works at Sherwoods as assistant parts manager, and team coach Tony Rochester, who is assistant service manager, both have sons who play in the squad.

“It is a fantastic gesture for Sherwoods to agree to sponsor our team and to provide a full kit for the players,” said Darren, whose seven year old son Jack plays centre forward. Tony’s twin sons Evan and Jordan also both play for the All Stars.